An emerging segment of the world's largest and fastest-growing industry, sport tourism capitalizes on the relationship between tourism and the high-profile, multi-billion dollar sports industry.

This ambitious text provides an in-depth analysis of the nature of sport, the nature of tourism, and the symbiotic relationship between the two. Standeven and De Knop present detailed case studies from around the world to illustrate the interplay between sport tourism and:

the economy,

sociocultural dynamics,

people's health,

the environment,

urban development, and

public policy.

Paying special attention to cultural variations, Standeven and De Knop explore the way sport tourism is administered in countries around the world. They examine current trends and assess future prospects.

A useful reference for industry personnel and an illuminative text for students, Sport Tourism provides valuable insight into this dynamic industry.

About the Author

Joy Standeven earned her DPhil at the University of Sussex. Formerly a Principal Lecturer, she was also a Division Coordinator for Leisure and Recreation Studies at the University of Brighton between 1987 and 1994. As a recreational sport tourist, she has participated in sport activities in 60 countries on four continents. She has researched sport tourism for many years and has lectured extensively worldwide. Standeven conducts ongoing research and consulting through her private consultancy.

Paul De Knop, PhD, is a professor in the Faculty of Physical Education at Vrije Universiteit Brussel in Brussels, Belgium, and in the Leisure Studies Department at the University of Brabant in Tilburg, Netherlands. His articles on sport tourism have appeared in such prestigious publications as the Journal of the World Leisure and Recreation Association and the European Journal of Sport Management.

Table of Contents

Preface

Part I: Rethinking Sport Tourism as an Experience of Physical Activity, Travel, and Place

Chapter 1. Sport and Tourism: An International Overview

Overview of Sport and Tourism

Working Definitions of Key Concepts

Historical Development of Connections Between Sport and Tourism

Democratization of Sport and Tourism in the Twentieth Century

Summary

References

Chapter 2. Sport and Tourism: Investigating the Relationship

The Nature of Sport, Tourism, and Sport Tourism

Our Classification Scheme for Sport Tourism

The Infrastructure of Sport, Tourism, and Sport Tourism

The Characteristics of Participants

Summary

References

Chapter 3. Sport in the Development of Tourism

Sport as a Growing Segment of the Tourism Industry

The Influence of Increased Sport Participation

The Influence of Increased Sport Tourism

Active Sports on Holidays

Passive Sports on Holidays

Active Sports During Nonholiday Time

Passive Sports During Nonholiday Time

Summary

References

Chapter 4. Tourism in the Development of Sport

Sports Development

Development of Sport Activity Based on Available Tourism Resources

Sports Development as a Result of Visiting Tourist Resources

Tourism-Generated Sports Development Through Programs and Instruction

Major Events Used to Stimulate Sports Development

The Influence of Elite Performers and Coaches on Sports Development

Sports Development as a Spin-Off "At Home"

Constraints That Inhibit Sports Development Being Initiated by Tourism

Summary

References

Part II: The Impact of Sport Tourism

Chapter 5. The Economic Impact of Sport Tourism

Sport and Tourism as Economic Activities

Sports Activity Holidays

Major Sport Facilities and Events as an Attraction for Visitors

Sport and Tourism as Part of Regeneration Strategies for Cities and Regions

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